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Driving alone is the most common type of commute among Ann Arbor workers. According to the U.S. Census, the percentage of Single Occupancy Vehicle (SOV) commute trips increased from 58% of total trips in 1980 to 62.6% of total trips in 2000. The American Community Survey estimates 59.8-65.8% of commuters drove to work alone between 2005 and 2007.
Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey |
What is a single occupancy vehicle commute?
A single occupancy vehicle commute is a trip to or from work by an individual alone in a car, truck or van. The category ‘‘Drove alone,’’ includes people who usually drove alone to work as well as people who were driven to work by someone who then drove back home or to a nonwork destination.
How do single occupancy vehicle commutes affect the Ann Arbor environment?
When compared to ride sharing, single occupancy vehicle commutes contribute more greenhouse gas emissions and decrease energy efficiency of transportation.
How can I find others in Ann Arbor who are interested in carpooling?
AATA RideShare provides free, computerized carpool and vanpool matching services that help people with their daily work or college commute. Applicants are matched with others who share common neighborhoods, destinations and hours.
if your destination is outside Washtenaw County, go to www.michiganrideshare.org to locate a Rideshare office within your destination area.
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